But perhaps the most significant advantage a dashboard offers is the ability for staff to then adjust to the metrics, according to American Banker. And boards can alter policies as situations change.

Make Way for Tablets, E-Readers

Tablet and e-reader ownership nearly doubled during the holidays, according to the Pew Internet and American Life Project.

The Pew report shows 29% of Americans owned at least one tablet or e-reader at the beginning of January—up 18% from December.About 19% of Americans now own a tablet—up from 10% in mid-December; similarly, ownership of e-book readers jumped from 10% to 19% during the same period.

This is the first jump in tablet ownership. Adults owning e-book readers doubled from November 2010 to May 2011 as tablet ownership increased slightly. Prices for both devices were lower during the holiday shopping season.